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Year built: 1959
Purchase date: 07/03/2025
Purchase price: $11,009,125
Here's the design for the upcoming new building. I really like it
www.caliendoarchitects.com/project-gallery/31-05-astoria-...
History of the site:
After 40 years in business the Neptune Diner located in Astoria, Queens, NYC served its last meal on Sunday, July 29. 2024. The owners claimed they were not given a chance to renew their lease, because the property will soon be turned into a residential building.
Since 1983, The Katsihtis brothers have owned the building on Astoria Boulevard but not the land, which was sold in 2018 for over $10 million.
The brothers also had a 35-year lease which expired in 2019. But since then, they were not able to come to a long-term agreement with the landlord.
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But that's what Long Island City/Astoria needs is another apartment building. It's already so overbuilt, it's ridiculous. Yet they keep tearing them down and building new ones, many of which are luxury rentals. The neighborhood is losing its character to steel and glass.
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This photo is part of the overall album titled
Queens: 31-05 Astoria Blvd North - Before & After Construction
"I just want to be there in love and in justice and in truth and in commitment to others, so that we can make of this old world a new world."
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William Tarr’s 1974 weathering Cor-Ten steel black sculpture stands atop the plaza of Martin Luther King Jr. High School down the street from Lincoln Center on the Upper West Side at 66th and Amsterdam. All four sides of this cube include important dates in the life of the civil rights leader as well as famous quotes.
The cube is also covered with lots of cryptic initials. BTWHS/MC/CTS/BU is a list of his schools: Booker T. Washington High School, Morehouse College, Crozer Theological School and Boston University. SCLC/MIA are the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and the Montgomery Improvement Association. On another side are the initials of his family: CSK is Coretta Scott King, and and a block with his four children: Yolanda King, Martin Luther King III, Dexter King and Bernice King. ‘RDA stands for the Rev. Ralph D. Abernathy; ‘JJ for the Rev. Jesse Jackson and ‘BR for Bayard Rustin. Among the dates in his life are 12/10/64, for his acceptance of the Nobel Peace Prize and 4/4/68 for the date of his assassination.
“Let us be dissatisfied until every man can have food and material necessities for his body, culture and education for his mind, freedom and human dignity for his sprit.”
Decoding the Upper West Side’s Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Sculpture - Click to read this fascinating article
About the Artist:
William (Bill) Tarr (1925 – 2006) was a sculptor, painter, photographer, magician, bestselling author, husband, father, and dedicated artist for over 50 years. His monumental public works have been seen by millions from all over the world, and his 30 x 30 x 30 ft. welded steel memorial to the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King is perhaps New York City’s most renowned public work. Yet, Bill remains relatively unknown.
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Part of the album: Manhattan: Lincoln Square
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Overview of 7 Train Upgrades in Queens
The 7 train line, which connects Flushing to Midtown Manhattan, is undergoing significant upgrades in Queens, including at the 33rd Street–Rawson Street station. These improvements are part of a broader initiative to enhance the subway system's infrastructure and accessibility.
Key Upgrades at 33rd Street–Rawson Street Station
Accessibility Improvements
ADA Compliance:
The station is currently undergoing renovations to become ADA-accessible. This includes the installation of elevators, which is part of a larger $6 billion investment in accessibility across the subway system.
Elevator Installation:
The contract for adding two elevators at the station was awarded in December 2023, with work expected to improve access for all riders.
Structural Enhancements
Temporary Platforms: To accommodate construction, temporary platforms have been set up at the 33rd Street–Rawson Street station, along with other nearby stations.
Service Changes:
As part of the ongoing upgrades, Manhattan-bound 7 trains are skipping the 69th and 52nd Street stations through early 2026. Riders are advised to use nearby stations like 74th Street–Broadway and 61st Street–Woodside during this period.
Timeline and Impact
Construction Duration:
The upgrades are expected to continue into 2026, with various phases of work being coordinated to minimize disruptions.
Customer Experience:
These improvements aim to enhance the overall customer experience by providing better access, improved safety, and modernized facilities throughout the 7 train line.
These upgrades are crucial for ensuring that the subway system meets the needs of all New Yorker's, particularly those requiring accessible transit options.
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Good morning, yesterday
You wake up and time has slipped away
And suddenly it's hard to find
The memories you left behind
Remember, do you remember
The laughter and the tears
The shadows of misty yesteryears
The good times and the bad you've seen
And all the others in between
Remember, do you remember
The times of your life (do you remember)
Reach back for the joy and the sorrow
Put them away in your mind
The mem'ries are time that you borrow
To spend when you get to tomorrow
Here comes the saddest part
The seasons are passing one by one
So gather moments while you may
Collect the dreams you dream today
Remember, will you remember
The times of your life
I am so tired of taking the train. Though I must say how I am getting pretty good shots, which I would never have captured if I had walked.
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Sunnyside's 46th Street was christened "Luke Adams Way" in August 2015, honoring the late neighborhood resident and advocate who died in 2014 and was known as the "best promoter in Queens".
Full article: Street Renamed After Civic Leader Who Helped Build Iconic Sunnyside Arch
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When I got up this morning, none of the other ladies were in the living room area, and I saw this beautiful scene out the window. It wasn't a lot of snow, but with that red barn-style building, the scene seemed perfectly serene even before coffee. I used Toolwiz to add the borders and trim.
Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge over the Trinity River.
View from the Frank Crowley Courts Building parking garage.
Dallas, Texas. January 23, 2023.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G.
5.4mm. f1.8 @ 1/2021 sec. ISO 40.
I had drive to downtown Dallas to serve jury duty this day. KN
The whole line of DIY softboxes:
2 28x28cm (11"x11") softboxes
2 14x28cm (5.5"x11") striplights
2 14x14cm (5.5"x5.5") mini softboxes
You can use the small transparent pockets to display your professional card, a QRcode linking to your blog/website/flickr, a quick reference card four your flash settings, etc...
(Picture taken with my cellphone)
I see this quite often along my walks to/from my office, though mostly with cinched filled baggies. The fine for public urination must be more than littering, though with the baggies and this cup, it should be a double penalty
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In New York City, public urination is a civil offense, not a criminal offense, and is covered by Section 16-118 of the Administrative Code. First-time offenders can receive a fine of up to $75, with subsequent offenses within 12 months resulting in fines of $250–$350 for a second offense and $350–$450 for a third offense. Offenders will receive a civil ticket instead of a criminal summons and will not have a criminal record if found guilty. Administrative courts may also require offenders to perform community service.
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Decided to try a different crop and add the texture of a wall - just a little bit. I'm thinking the one before might be better as this has nothing in it to give it scale, whereas the other had a tower and a mountain range, even though they were barely visible in the mist. Hmm.
"Life imitates art far more than art imitates life" – Oscar Wilde.
Oscar Wilde’s famous quote suggests that art shapes our perception of reality more than reality shapes art. Rather than merely reflecting life, art actively influences how we see, interpret, and experience the world, guiding our emotions, behaviors, and even societal norms.
- Socratic Method
Part of the album titled NYC Subway
After almost an entire year, this project is starting up again thanks to new funding
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8:00 am on June 30, 2025
Updated Design Revealed for 561-Unit Skyscraper at 30-25 Queens Boulevard in Long Island City, Queens
newyorkyimby.com/2025/06/updated-design-revealed-for-561-...
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Part of the album:
30-25 Queens Blvd / 29-10 Northern Boulevard
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They erased history and removed the beautiful fountain and replaced it with a lawn and new trees. That's progress for you
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Long Island City: Court Square
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I took a similar photo of an Asclepias physocarpa which is a shrub in the Milkweed family that is native to South Africa. For obvious reasons, Annie's Annuals in Richmond calls it the "Family Jewels Tree". I posted a similar photo a couple of years ago with foliage in the background. I think I like this one better with the setting sun illuminating it against the blue sky.
Updated home widget to dash clock; displays on lock screen as well, automatically updating info from extensions. Using custom luma live wallpaper.
I finally saw a high concentration of California poppies not far from my office. It was a good sunny day today.
Explore #47, April 25th, 2019
23-01-23-07 31st St, Astoria / Before & After Construction
Purchase date: 02/15/2024
Purchase price: $4,250,000
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"Keep It Movin'!!", designed by LaGuardia Community College's Fine Arts student Fernanda Contreras, is one of NYC's largest street murals, unveiled on October 6, 2025, on the 29th Street "LaGuardia Community Greenway" in Long Island City, Queens. Covering 17,000 sq ft, it spans 29th Street (between 47th Ave & Skillman Ave) with designs celebrating local subway lines and NYC walkability.
Check out this "Keep it Movin!! creation video
Project Name: "Keep It Movin'!!"
Location: 29th Street, between 47th Ave & Skillman Avenue, Long Island City, Queens (outside LaGuardia Community College).
Designer: Fernanda Contreras, LaGuardia Community College Fine Arts student.
Size: 17,000 square feet.
Features:The mural transforms a former roadway into a pedestrian plaza, featuring designs representing the 7, G, E, F, and N/R/W subway lines.
Background: The project, created in partnership with the NYC Department of Transportation (DOT), was a collaborative effort involving, among others, the LaGuardia Community College President Society.
Purpose: To beautify public spaces and create a vibrant, safe pedestrian area for students and the local community.
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30-25 Queens Blvd / 29-10 Northern Boulevard -
Before & After Construction
Behind the scenes shot for the test drive of my DIY softbox
Nikon FA on a tripod,
Kodak C41 B&W 400 ISO film,
SB26 in DIY skubb softbox,
triggered by SC17 cable (hidden under the magazine)
(Picture taken with my cellphone)
Included in my Flickr album titled:
Part of the album:
24-01 Queens Plaza North - Before/After Construction
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American model Celeste Thorson wearing tube red blouse and red mini skirt at the Pick N' Tell video ads
"Memories of Twenty-Third Street" project
From the 1880s through the 1920s, 23rd Street was a major vaudeville, entertainment, and cultural district; "Ladies Mile," the fashion and department store haven of the time, was located nearby. In his mosaic “Memories of 23rd Street,” Keith Godard represents the area’s history through the various hats icons of the neighborhood may have worn. The celebrities Godard had in mind include Jim Brady, Oscar Wilde, Sara Bernhardt, Mark Twain, and Lillian Russell. "In addition to bringing back memories of the specific time period and people and appealing to the viewers on a more common level as fascinating hats, this design can also serve as an interactive, playful, and witty landmark," Godard says. "As a diversion, passengers waiting for the subway train might try to picture people on the opposite platform 'wearing' the hats they are standing beneath!"
Further info:
Memories of Twenty-Third Street
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Part of the album titled: NYC Subway
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Alexander Calder's Le Guichet abstract take on a box office features a hand reaching through an irregular-shaped hole to represent a ticket window, which visitors often peer through while posing for photos.
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Part of the album: Manhattan: Lincoln Square
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